Reasons to Read

In this report, Coresight Research and FMI, the Food Industry Association, identify eight strategic priorities with the greatest potential to drive growth and reshape the grocery sector in 2026.

• Learn how grocers can leverage AI, automation and data analytics to drive growth and manage challenges like rising costs and shifting consumer behavior.
• Discover how agile supply chains, advanced forecasting and operational efficiency tools are key to maintaining profitability in a volatile market.
• Find out how personalized loyalty programs and digital store experiences will reshape the customer journey.
• Understand the role of technology in reducing food waste and meeting sustainability goals.

Companies mentioned in this report include: Walmart, Kroger, Sprouts Farmers Market, Wakefern, Target, Coles Group and many others.

This report is made available to non-subscribers of Coresight Research through its sponsorship by the following partners: Avery Dennison, Birdzi, Datasembly, RELEX Solutions, Simbe Robotics, Swiftly, T-Mobile for Business and Upshop.